Job summary We are looking to employ enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals to join the General Portering Team at the RUH. General Portering ensure safe movement of patients to and from wards, clinics and departments throughout the RUH. General Portering work 24 hours per day 7 days per week Main duties of the job This is a physically active and demanding role, in which your primary duties will be the safe transportation of patients to wards, clinics and departments. There will be lots of walking in the role and also the requirement to use a powered Bedpusher machine(Once Fully Trained & Competant) There is also the requirement to distribute and collect Post from all Trust Areas. To move equipment, furniture, beds as necessary between areas of the hospital. You will also assist with distribution and collection of Medical Gases around the RUH Site. You will be required to use a handheld device to manage any tasks assigned to you to ensure the safe transportation of patients, equipment across site. We are looking to recruit Individuals who are flexible, highly motivated and who have a professional approach and attitude. Good Communication Skills and the ability to work as part of a team or independently are essential For an informal discussion please contact Louise Grennan, Assistant Logistics Manager on 01225 - 824880 or email louise.grennannhs.net The General Portering Team is a team of 36 who provide a professional service to wards, departments, clinics across the Trust The department operates a rota system for staff shifts, this is covered over a 4 week period and adequate notice is given to staff to ensure an adequate work/life balance Exposure to distressing instances are part of the role About us At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Date posted 20 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum, pro-rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 427-6670455-B Job locations Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A good level of general education, numeracy and literacy. Desirable Knowledge Of Health & Safety Knowledge Essential Experience of working with the public. Desirable Previous Hospital Portering Experience Driving Essential Full Clean Driving License Time Management Essential Ability to effectively manage own workload Person Specification Qualifications Essential A good level of general education, numeracy and literacy. Desirable Knowledge Of Health & Safety Knowledge Essential Experience of working with the public. Desirable Previous Hospital Portering Experience Driving Essential Full Clean Driving License Time Management Essential Ability to effectively manage own workload Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)